Senator Berger, Representative Pyrtle, Paula Rakestraw, Kimberly McMichael, Bob Wyatt and Vicky Alston, and Dr. Stover tour South End with Principal Tameka Goods. What a great day at South End!!

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid, otherwise known as FAFSA is available now for completion. For those juniors and especially current seniors, completing the form to apply for financial aid for college, career school, or graduate school can help you with navigating the financial road ahead. It is easier than you think. You can apply and start your application today or login to a current application at: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa

🌟 Experience the RCS Spanish Immersion Program! 🌟 This unique program provides elementary students whose native language is English the opportunity to develop bilingual fluency, cultural awareness, and academic excellence—all in a Spanish-only learning environment!

Registration for the Head Start 2025-2026 school year is in progress. Interested families can goto https://www.rock.k12.nc.us/page/head-start-program and fill out an application online. An open house is Friday, March 14th from 8:00am-3:00pm at New Vision School - 705 Ayersville Road, Madison. If unable to make the open house, two other dates and locations are scheduled and will be posted soon. Lastly, families can schedule an appointment by calling 336-548-4780.

📢 RCS Board of Education Meeting Announcement 📢 The next RCS BOE Meeting will be held March 17, 2025 beginning at 4pm in the Downstairs Boardroom at 511 Harrington Highway, Eden, NC. The RCS Policy Committee will meet from 2:30-3:30 pm at the same location in the Upstairs BR.

Congratulations to Monroeton Elementary School as the winner of our elementary school Battle of the Books! MES will compete at the regional competition on April 5th!!

Williamsburg Elementary School held their Black History Month Program featuring the 5th grade students! The program was followed by a soul food lunch for staff and guests!!

📢 RCS Committee Meetings: Finance - March 6 at 12:15 pm Facilities - March 13 at 8:30 am Safety - March 13 at 10:15 am (this meeting will move immediately into closed session) All meetings will be held at the RCS Administrative Offices located at 511 Harrington Hwy, Eden, NC.

📢✨ HISTORY IN THE MAKING! ✨📢 Moss Street Elementary just held its FIRST-EVER Beta Club Induction Ceremony, and it was absolutely AMAZING! 🎉👏 A huge shout-out to Ms. Greer and Ms. Williams for their dedication in making this program a reality! 🙌💛 Thank you to all the staff, parents, and students who showed up and showed out to support this incredible moment. Your commitment to excellence and leadership is what makes Moss Street shine! 🌟 Congratulations to all the new Beta Club members! 🎓🎖️ Your journey of academic achievement and service is just beginning—keep striving for greatness! 💪🔥

📣Are you a current high school sophomore, junior or senior interested in teaching? Register to attend the Future Teachers of North Carolina: Eastern Symposium – a FREE, three-day event that will be hosted on NC State’s campus May 18-20. Students will stay in residential halls on NC State’s campus for two nights and visit local attractions while also learning more about what it takes to be a teacher and how to become one. Learn more and apply at ced.ncsu.edu/future-teachers. Future Teachers of North Carolina: 2025 Eastern Symposium is hosted by the NC State College of Education, UNC-Chapel Hill School of Education, and UNC-Pembroke School of Education, with support from the UNC System.

McMichael High School members of the Technology Student Association visited Appalachian State University on Feb. 21st for the TSA Western Region Conference. Students competed in a variety of events with all members present winning either Bronze, Silver, or Gold for their respective events. Next the students will attend the NC TSA State Conference, April 3rd-5th in hopes to qualify for the National TSA Conference this summer in Nashville TN.

🌟 Experience the RCS Spanish Immersion Program! 🌟 This unique program provides elementary students whose native language is English the opportunity to develop bilingual fluency, cultural awareness, and academic excellence—all in a Spanish-only learning environment!

Registration for the Head Start 2025-2026 school year has begun. Interested families can goto https://www.rock.k12.nc.us/page/head-start-program and fill out an application online. Open house recruiting days are scheduled: Friday - March 14th from 8:00am-3:00pm at New Vision School - 705 Ayersville Road, Madison Friday - March 28th from 8:00am-3:00pm at Lawsonville Elementary School - 212 Lawsonville Avenue, Reidsville Wednesday - April 23rd from 8:00am-3:00pm at New Vision School - 705 Ayersville Road, Madison Families can schedule an appointment by calling 336-548-4780.

The K101 Information Session that was scheduled at Dillard Academy this evening (Thursday, February 20, 2025) has been rescheduled for Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 5:00 pm.

📢 Important Announcement: K101 Session Rescheduled 📢 Due to the forecasted winter weather, Rockingham County Schools has decided to reschedule today’s K101 Session at the Lawsonville Parent Resource Center to next Tuesday, February 25th, at 8:15 AM. #K101Session

Dear Rockingham County Schools Students, Staff, and Families, Due to the forecast of inclement weather, Rockingham County Schools will move to remote learning for students and staff February 19, 2025. RCS childcare services will also be closed. All after-school and optional activities are cancelled. We encourage everyone to stay safe and exercise caution during this weather event. Please stay tuned for any further updates via our district website, social media channels and local news networks. Sincerely, Sean Gladieux Director of Safety Rockingham County Schools

The RCS Board of Education will hold a work session on February 24, 2025 at the RCS Central Administrative Offices in the downstairs Board Room located at 511 Harrington Hwy, Eden NC. The work session is open to the public and will begin at 1:00 pm.

Last night the RCS All County Band held their performance at WRMS. Congratulations to all our members on a great performance!!

🚍✨ Happy School Bus Driver Appreciation Week! ✨🚍 This week, we celebrate our incredible school bus drivers who go the extra mile every day to ensure our students arrive safely to and from school. Their dedication, patience, and commitment make a difference in the lives of our children and families. Let’s show our appreciation for these everyday heroes! If you see a school bus driver this week, take a moment to say THANK YOU! 👏💙 #SchoolBusDriverAppreciation #ThankYouBusDrivers #SafelyToSchool #RCSFamily #EveryRideMatters

🚍✨ Happy School Bus Driver Appreciation Week! ✨🚍 This week, we celebrate our incredible school bus drivers who go the extra mile every day to ensure our students arrive safely to and from school. Their dedication, patience, and commitment make a difference in the lives of our children and families. Let’s show our appreciation for these everyday heroes! If you see a school bus driver this week, take a moment to say THANK YOU! 👏💙 #SchoolBusDriverAppreciation #ThankYouBusDrivers #SafelyToSchool #RCSFamily #EveryRideMatters